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Genesis scraps pure petrol and diesel in the UK to focus exclusively on EVs and hybrids
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Genesis scraps pure petrol and diesel in the UK to focus exclusively on EVs and hybrids

Genesis will only sell electric cars in the UK for now, but hybrids will be making a return
News
28 Jan 2025
New Porsche 911 GTS 2025 review: hybrid power boosts iconic sports car's appeal
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New Porsche 911 GTS 2025 review: hybrid power boosts iconic sports car's appeal

The new Porsche 911 GTS hits the bullseye with its superb all-new T-Hybrid system
Road tests
24 Jan 2025
New Skoda Superb SportLine on sale now, and yes, you can get it as an estate
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New Skoda Superb SportLine on sale now, and yes, you can get it as an estate

Petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid versions of the Superb are now available in SportLine trim, with prices starting from £42,290
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23 Jan 2025
Motorists are rejecting electric cars, it's clear hybrids are the answer
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Motorists are rejecting electric cars, it's clear hybrids are the answer

Mike Rutherford believes motorists will snub electric cars in favour of hybrids for years to come
Opinion
19 Jan 2025
You snooze, you lose… New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid sells out in only 17 days
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You snooze, you lose… New 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid sells out in only 17 days

This year’s allocation has been snapped up already, but plug-in hybrid version of the global SUV best-seller is still available
News
17 Jan 2025
BMW M5 vs Porsche Panamera: which is the superior super-saloon?
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BMW M5 vs Porsche Panamera: which is the superior super-saloon?

By combining petrol and electric power, these two super- saloons are more potent than ever, but which is best?
Car group tests
17 Jan 2025
New Dacia Bigster to get 4x4 hybrid tech with PHEV to follow in time
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New Dacia Bigster to get 4x4 hybrid tech with PHEV to follow in time

Dacia’s hybrid roadmap is becoming clearer, with all Renault Group parts at brand’s disposal – including plug-in tech
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16 Jan 2025
Vauxhall Frontera orders open with EV and hybrid versions both starting at £23,495
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Vauxhall Frontera orders open with EV and hybrid versions both starting at £23,495

Vauxhall’s family-focused budget SUV comes with latest Stellantis architecture
News
16 Jan 2025
New Mercedes-AMG S 63 E Performance 2025 review: a truly unique saloon car
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New Mercedes-AMG S 63 E Performance 2025 review: a truly unique saloon car

Mercedes unleashes its most powerful plug-in hybrid S-Class yet, but the S 63 isn't the all-rounder you might have expected
Road tests
15 Jan 2025
Mazda CX-80 review
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Mazda CX-80 review

Mazda’s seven-seat SUV makes for an appealing and practical family car, with efficient powertrains and excellent build quality
In-depth reviews
15 Jan 2025
Stellantis bets big on hybrid cars with expanded line-up plan
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Stellantis bets big on hybrid cars with expanded line-up plan

Parent company of Peugeot, Citroen and Alfa Romeo won’t hedge its bets, with plans afoot to bolster HEV offer
News
14 Jan 2025
Stricter plug-in hybrid emissions tests are the answer to a question no-one asked
Opinion - PHEVs

Stricter plug-in hybrid emissions tests are the answer to a question no-one asked

Editor Paul Barker takes a closer look at plug-in hybrids and wonders if the new stricter tests will actually work
Opinion
11 Jan 2025
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Dacia Duster 4x4 to get electric rear axle in new flagship model
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Dacia Duster 4x4 to get electric rear axle in new flagship model

Dacia’s value-driven SUV will use hybrid technology to offer electrified off-road ability
News
10 Jan 2025
Volkswagen Tiguan vs BYD Seal U: can this new arrival beat a firm favourite?
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Volkswagen Tiguan vs BYD Seal U: can this new arrival beat a firm favourite?

BYD is known for its EVs, but how does its first plug-in hybrid to be launched in the UK, the Seal U, stack up against VW’s Tiguan?
Car group tests
8 Jan 2025
Plug-in hybrid cars are essentially pointless and in 2025 it’s high time we all accepted that
Opinion - PHEVs

Plug-in hybrid cars are essentially pointless and in 2025 it’s high time we all accepted that

Alex Ingram explains why he believes that PHEVs aren't all they're cracked up to be
Opinion
7 Jan 2025
Best small hybrid SUVs 2025
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Best small hybrid SUVs 2025

If you’re looking for low running costs from your small SUV, hybrid power could be the answer. Here’s the pick of the current crop…
Best cars & vans
6 Jan 2025
Best seven-seat hybrid cars 2025
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Best seven-seat hybrid cars 2025

Families typically need a big car with low running costs – and the best seven-seat hybrids fit the bill
Best cars & vans
6 Jan 2025
Plug-in hybrids face stricter emission tests in 2025 as misleading efficiency figures are targeted
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Plug-in hybrids face stricter emission tests in 2025 as misleading efficiency figures are targeted

More realistic emissions testing could see substantial tax increases for PHEV drivers
News
2 Jan 2025
Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida Q4 set to add all-wheel drive to hybrid version
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Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida Q4 set to add all-wheel drive to hybrid version

New crossover will have two electric motors and offer “excellent traction” for winter
News
20 Dec 2024
New BMW 330e 2024 review: one of the best plug-in company cars you can buy
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New BMW 330e 2024 review: one of the best plug-in company cars you can buy

The facelifted BMW 330e PHEV is a top business choice
Road tests
18 Dec 2024
GWM Haval Jolion Pro Hybrid aims to corner SUV market with sub-£24,000 price tag
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GWM Haval Jolion Pro Hybrid aims to corner SUV market with sub-£24,000 price tag

There’s a new Chinese budget SUV and it comes from the same people that brought you the Funky Cat
News
17 Dec 2024
What is a hybrid car? Mild hybrids, full hybrids and plug-in hybrids explained
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What is a hybrid car? Mild hybrids, full hybrids and plug-in hybrids explained

Hybrids are everywhere but with mild hybrids, full hybrids and plug-in hybrids all available, understanding the technology can be hard.
Tips & advice
16 Dec 2024
New BMW XM Kith Concept is an M1-inspired super-SUV
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New BMW XM Kith Concept is an M1-inspired super-SUV

Limited-edition BMW XM revealed at Art Basel Miami in the US, with purple paint and a link to the iconic M1
News
6 Dec 2024
Citroen C4 and e-C4 get 2025 facelifts and a major price cut of £5,600
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Citroen C4 and e-C4 get 2025 facelifts and a major price cut of £5,600

The C4, e-C4 and C4 X have been given a comprehensive makeover in line with Citroen’s new design language
News
6 Dec 2024
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Cupra Formentor e-Hybrid 2024 review: new-look SUV is now more efficient than ever
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Cupra Formentor e-Hybrid 2024 review: new-look SUV is now more efficient than ever

The popular Formentor has received a series of effective upgrades, but it can be a bit pricey to buy
Road tests
28 Nov 2024
Lotus backtracks on electric-only plan in favour of new ‘Hyper Hybrid’ tech
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Lotus backtracks on electric-only plan in favour of new ‘Hyper Hybrid’ tech

New plug-in hybrid powertrain on the way, with “EV-centric” driving experience and over 100 miles of zero-emissions range
News
28 Nov 2024
New Vauxhall Grandland Hybrid 2024 review: SUV has its strengths but is far from perfect
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New Vauxhall Grandland Hybrid 2024 review: SUV has its strengths but is far from perfect

The new Vauxhall Grandland is a big step forward, but still lags behind many of its hybrid SUV rivals
Road tests
27 Nov 2024
New Volvo XC90 T8 review: popular plug-in hybrid is better than ever
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New Volvo XC90 T8 review: popular plug-in hybrid is better than ever

The Volvo XC90 SUV has been updated to keep if fresh against newer competition
Road tests
25 Nov 2024
Jeep Grand Cherokee review
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Jeep Grand Cherokee review

The Jeep Grand Cherokee struggles to compete with a host of talented SUV rivals at this price point
In-depth reviews
15 Nov 2024
Dacia Duster vs MG ZS: which is the best budget hybrid SUV?
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Dacia Duster vs MG ZS: which is the best budget hybrid SUV?

The new Dacia Duster and MG ZS are the UK’s cheapest small SUVs. Which makes more sense in hybrid form?
Car group tests
13 Nov 2024
Citroen C5 Aircross Max long-term test: family SUV meets the Sinclair C5
Citroen C5 Aircross and Sinclair C5

Citroen C5 Aircross Max long-term test: family SUV meets the Sinclair C5

Final report: hybrid technology isn’t new, but it has been improved over the years, thankfully
Long-term tests
13 Nov 2024
Mazda MX-30 review
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Mazda MX-30 review

Stylish Mazda handles well and has a classy cabin but is compromised elsewhere, whether in electric or range-extending guise
In-depth reviews
8 Nov 2024
New 2025 Suzuki Vitara facelift gets extra kit but costs more than a Ford Puma
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New 2025 Suzuki Vitara facelift gets extra kit but costs more than a Ford Puma

Prices now start from £26,949 for the SUV, which has received a series of updates inside and out
News
8 Nov 2024
Next-generation Mazda CX-5 SUV and all-new Mazda EV both arriving by 2027
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Next-generation Mazda CX-5 SUV and all-new Mazda EV both arriving by 2027

The new CX-5 will feature a hybrid powertrain developed in-house by Mazda
News
8 Nov 2024
Return of the Mazda RX-7 draws close as Iconic SP is marked for production
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Return of the Mazda RX-7 draws close as Iconic SP is marked for production

Mazda’s designer has said we can expect a production model “in the not-so-distant future”
News
7 Nov 2024
New Renault Rafale E-Tech PHEV 2024 review: plug-in power adds to SUV's appeal
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New Renault Rafale E-Tech PHEV 2024 review: plug-in power adds to SUV's appeal

The Renault Rafale's new plug-in hybrid powertrain adds desirability, but it's still a flawed SUV that doesn't match up to its premium rivals
Road tests
4 Nov 2024
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